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1400 West Mars Hill Rd

Flagstaff AZ, 86001

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The Giovale Open Deck Observatory features six advanced telescopes that collectively give you a viewing experience that goes far beyond seeing faint smudges of light.

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The Astronomy Discovery Center

Painting of the Astronomy Discovery Center by Greg Mort

Welcome to a new era of Lowell Observatory with the Astronomy Discovery Center.

Nestled in the serene landscapes of Flagstaff, Arizona, Lowell Observatory has long been a beacon for those curious about the cosmos. On November 16, Lowell will unveil its latest marvel: the Marley Foundation Astronomy Discovery Center (ADC). Spanning an impressive 40,000 square feet, this state-of-the-art facility promises to be more than just a building; it’s set to be a journey into the heart of scientific wonder.

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Upcoming Events

On-Site Event

August 31 @ 12:00 pm

Volunteer Information Session

On-Site Event

September 14 @ 8:00 pm

Meet a Planetary Scientist

On-Site Event

September 21 @ 8:00 pm

Meet an Astronomer

On-Site Event

September 23 @ 12:00 pm

Festival of Science Free Day at Lowell Observatory

On-Site Event

September 27 @ 7:00 pm

The Accelerating Expanding Universe: Dark Matter, Dark Energy, and Einstein’s Cosmological Constant

On-Site Event

September 28 @ 8:00 pm

Meet an Astronomer

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October 3 @ 7:00 pm

Fly Me to the Moon | Science Talk by Dean Regas

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October 4 @ 7:00 pm

Flashes in the Night | Science Talk with Jeremy Perez

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October 11 @ 7:00 pm

Indigenous Arabian Astronomy and Dark Skies | Science Talk with Dr. Danielle Adams

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October 12 @ 8:00 pm

Meet a Researcher

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October 19 @ 8:00 pm

Meet a Planetary Scientist

On-Site Event

October 19 @ 8:00 pm

Meet a Planetary Scientist

Worlds Revealed

Lowell Observatory has been making history beneath the awe-inspiring dark skies of Flagstaff, Arizona, for over 125 years. Experience the past, present, and future of astronomy firsthand.

Walk in the footsteps of prolific figures such as our founder Percival Lowell, Pluto discoverer Clyde Tombaugh, the astronauts of the Apollo Program, and numerous others. History is made every day by our brilliant team of researchers, and discovery awaits you, too. Look through our historic and cutting-edge telescopes yourself to see our universe like you’ve never seen it before.

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Percival Lowell at the Historic Clark Refractor Telescope.

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